The Arts of Language Podcast

In this edition of Ask Andrew Anything, Andrew answers questions from school teachers and parents such as "What can I do to avoid teacher's burnout?" and "Can you please discuss more on character study for reading comprehension and writing?". Referenced Materials: Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Phonetic Zoo Spelling Program Student Writing Intensive Online Classes The Four Deadly Errors Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 Audio Talk Article Lindamood-Bell The Arts of Language Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 Article DVD Seminar  Latinam Discamus (Let's Learn Latin) Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 Fix It! Grammar A Word Write Now Teaching the Classics by Adam Andrews and Missy Andrews A Guide to Writing Your Novel by Lee Roddy  Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Questions Asked: 1:33-Anne-Marie asks "Can Mr. Pudewa also expand on why the Kindergarten – Second grade class used the word “fox” both in the title and the KWO,  but he desired for the students in the 3rd – 5th grade class to not use the word  “grasshopper” in the KWO at first since the word “grasshopper” was in the title." 3:31-Courtney asks "Andrew mentioned Suzuki like math instruction and the value of drills in education. My question is: What math programs would you recommend that is in alignment with IEW type of instruction (for both K-2 learners and beyond)?" 8:56-Kate asks "A question about burnout (teacher's burnout), I teach Masters and Undergraduate students at the University, I homeschool my three kids (ages: 3, 8, 12), I'm a Girl Scout Leader, and I also Lead a Monthly 4H Co-Op Project. Some homeschool parents are even busier with more kids, additional volunteer work, and co-ops.  Sometimes I feel I'm tired of "teaching," or better said, tired of the "traditional teacher delivery/image." Do you have any suggestions to avoid teacher's burnout? Or possible alternatives (activities, ideas) to the traditional delivery method?" 15:08-Julie asks "My question is this, while my son reads at a college level, he does occasionally come across words that he can't decode and seems to have lost the ability to decode unfamiliar words. I'm unsure if I should go back and focus on decoding (that seems labor intensive considering his reading level is so high and frankly I wouldn't know what method to use at his age), or should I focus on vocabulary building." 20:15-Kim asks "I am watching Unit 9 in TWSS. Andrew is really encouraging students to increase their vocabulary. Does he recommend workbooks like Wordly Wise, or are the word lists he provides enough? He only referred to word lists and Greek/Latin roots." 24:24-Kaye asks "Can you please discuss more on character study for reading comprehension and writing?" Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

Although poetry has been around for many ages, there are few people who actually read and appreciate poetry today. Join Andrew and Julie as they unpack the importance of poetry, discuss its components, and address the powerful benefits of reading poetry. Referenced Materials: The Iliad of Homer Translated by Richmond Lattimore The Blended Sound-Sight Program of Learning by Anna Ingham Primary Arts of Language by Jill Pike The Odyssey of Homer Translated by Richmond Lattimore Scintillate, Scintillate, Scintillate Globule Vivific Poem Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling  Linguistic Development through Poetry Memorization by Andrew Pudewa The Power of Memorization Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 Casey at the Bat by Ernest Thayer Jabberwocky by Lewis Carroll Grammar of Poetry by Matt Whitling Macbeth by William Shakespeare The Hollow Hills by Mary Stewart Dante's Purgatorio Translated by Jean and Robert Hollander Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

Join Andrew Pudewa as he walks you through Unit 8, the daunting essay. Andrew will take you through the step-by-step process of crafting an essay so that you can understand the basic structure, discussing the various essay types and their differences. To ensure maximum understanding, he will also guide you through a practicum assignment. Go to Part 1 Referenced Materials: Click here to download the slides that accompanied the original Structure and Style Unit 8 webinar. Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Portable Walls for the Essayist High School Essay Intensive The Four Deadly Errors Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4  Article  Audio Talk Pen and Paper Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 Article Process versus Product Podcast Article The Elegant Essay by Lesha Myers Writing Research Papers: The Essential Tools by Lesha Myers A Writer's Guide to Powerful Paragraphs by Victor C. Pellegrino IEW's Blog e-Newsletter Magnum Opus Magazine Questions Asked 1:32-Marcy asks "What is the difference between unit 7 and unit 8? Is the difference in the weight of the topic?" 3:18-Cathleen asks "Do we model the type of questions to ask?" 6:52-Deborah asks "Are we not asking questions to define the topics in unit 6?" 10:54-Deborah asks "Will the High School Essay Intensive help me understand how to guide my kids in writing the intro and conclusion?" 12:59-Sherry asks "How do you approach the expository essay? If a true essay must have an opinion, what do we do with an essay that explains something or one that describes something? Should I avoid these types of essays?" 16:55-Deborah asks "It is so hard for me to judge what is good enough for a 12-year-old. I want to edit to death." Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

Join Andrew Pudewa as he walks you through Unit 8, the daunting essay. Andrew will take you through the step-by-step process of crafting an essay so that you can understand the basic structure, discussing the various essay types and their differences. To ensure maximum understanding, he will also guide you through a practicum assignment. Go To Part 2 Referenced Materials:  Click here to download the slides that accompanied the original Structure and Style Unit 8 webinar. Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Student Writing Intensive by Andrew Pudewa and Jill Pike Theme-Based Writing Lessons Blended Sound-Sight Program of Learning by Anna Ingham Portable Walls for the Essayist Webinar Archive Mini Posters Magnum Opus Magazine Questions Asked 18:40-Anne asks "My 11-year-old boy is writing his essay on 'medieval sports.' What would be a (good) question?" 21:21-Deborah asks "I'm not clear about the difference between the essay in unit 6 and 8. In both, we state our opinion in the conclusion. Can you explain?" Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

Join Andrew and Julie as they interview Denise Kelley, one of IEW's most learned instructors. With her experience and research, Denise explains the structure of the online classes, the student benefits, and the aid that online classes can provide for parents. Referenced Materials: Online Classes  Denise Kelley Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Student Writing Intensive by Andrew Pudewa and Jill Pike Fix It! Grammar by Pamela White  The Four Deadly Errors Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 Article Audio Talk Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

In this podcast Andrew shares insight on the linguistic foundation of many languages: Latin. Learn how Latin can aid you in excelling in grammar and provide you with a deeper understanding of the English language. Go To Part 1 Referenced Materials: The War Against Grammar by David Mulroy  The Lost Tools of Learning essay by Dorothy Sayers  Prima Latina by Leigh Lowe Song School Latin Classical Academic Press Christopher Perrin's Videos First Form Latin by Cheryl Lowe Second Form Latin by Cheryl Lowe Third Form Latin by Cheryl Lowe Fourth Form Latin by Cheryl Lowe Henle Latin 1 Text by Robert J. Henle, S.J. The Natural Method is Not Natural Article by Cheryl Lowe Memoria Press Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

In this podcast Andrew shares insight on the linguistic foundation of many languages: Latin. Learn how Latin can aid you in excelling in grammar and provide you with a deeper understanding of the English language. Go To Part 2 Referenced Materials: But, but, but ... What about Grammar? Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 Article Audio Talk Webinar Fix it! Grammar by Pamela White Memoria Press Top 10 Reasons for Studying Latin by Cheryl Lowe Book of Roots by Paul O'Brien Rummy Roots The War Against Grammar by David Mulroy  Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

Why is writing so easy for some kids, but not for others? Why do some students not enjoy writing? Join Andrew in our Unit 7 Webinar as he discusses the “Blank-Brain, Blank-Page Syndrome” and addresses a few of the roadblocks to winsome writing. GO TO PART 1 Referenced Materials:  Click here to download the slides that accompanied the original Structure and Style Unit 7 webinar. Webinar Archive Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Lemonade to Leadership by Bonnie Drew Micro Business for Teens by Carol Topp I Keep Six Honest Serving Men by Rudyard Kipling  Magnum Opus Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing Podcast: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 Audio Talk Article Monthly e-Newsletter IEW's Teacher's Forum Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

Why is writing so easy for some kids, but not for others? Why do some students not enjoy writing? Join Andrew in our Unit 7 Webinar as he discusses the “Blank-Brain, Blank-Page Syndrome” and addresses a few of the roadblocks to winsome writing. GO TO PART 2 Referenced Materials:  Click here to download the slides that accompanied the original Structure and Style Unit 7 webinar. Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Dr. James B. Webster I Keep Six Honest Serving Men by Rudyard Kipling Aesop's Fables Webinar Archive Mini Posters Magnum Opus Magazine Questions Asked 14:15-Jill asks "Is the Topic-Clincher rule connected with the dress-ups?" 15:26-Anne Marie asks "Is the who-which clause the hardest or does it just depend on the student?" Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

What's the purpose of the checklist? This question is often asked by students as well parents. Join Andrew Pudewa as he shares salient points about IEW's stylistic techniques and discusses the powerful benefits that come about when you require the checklist for your students' writing. Go to Part 1 Referenced Materials: Click Here to download the slides that accompanied the original Structure and Style Unit 6 webinar. Teaching Writing: Structure and Style The Pudue Online Writing Lab (OWL) EasyBib Beowulf Writing Source Packet Theme-Based Writing All Things Fun & Fascinating by Lori Vertegen Classical Rhetoric through Structure and Style by Adam Muller, Ph.D. Rockets, Radar, and Robotics by Danielle and Nathaniel Olander Bible-Based Writing Lessons by Andrew Pudewa and James B. Webster, Ph.D. Ancient History-Based Writing Lessons Medieval History-Based Writing Lessons by Lori Verstegen U.S History-Based Writing Lessons Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales by Maria Gerber Following Narnia by Laura Bettis Portable Walls Mini Posters Magnum Opus Magazine Questions Asked 23:07- Jenny asks "I gave my 9th grader source text about beowulf for a commentary analysis and he used that for his research. He is excited about it and is eager to add in an intro and conclusion and some transitions between paragraphs. Is there a reason why I should hold him back from that at this point if I haven't taught him these skills yet? Or should I tell him to wait until unit 7 and 8 before adding those elements to make a complete essay?" Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

Is your student overwhelmed by having too many sources to write from? Join Andrew as he discusses Unit 6 and provides tips and suggestions for collecting, organizing, and summarizing facts from multiple references. Go To Part 2 Referenced Materials: Click Here to download the slides that accompanied the original Structure and Style Unit 6 webinar. Teaching Writing: Structure and Style All Things Fun & Fascinating by Lori Verstegen Fables, Myths, and Fairy Tales by Maria Gerber  Mini Posters Portable Walls National History Day IEW Teacher's Forum Monthly e-Newsletter Magnus Opus Magazine Questions Asked 7:30 - Debbie asks "Why is unit 6 not attempted with 3rd graders?"  Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

Join us as Andrew and Julie interview Sharon Ashford, an IEW instructor and Educational Consultant, to provide insight on Black History Month. Sharing little-known stories about African-American historical figures, Sharon will provide listeners with fascinating information about African-American history and share how she came to teach IEW's methodology.  Referenced Materials: Sharon Ashford Anna Ingham Dr. James Webster Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Core Knowledge Grace Abounding by Robert D. Shepherd Hidden Figures Movie Katherine G. Johnson The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Oxford African American Studies Center The Great Debaters Movie C.J. Walker Martin Luther King Jr. I Have a Dream speech by Martin Luther King Jr. All the Way Movie The Butler Movie Marva Collins' Way by Marva Collins Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

As parents we do not want our children to just read a piece of literature—we want them to understand and discuss the meaning of it. Join Andrew and Julie as they interview Adam Andrews, the founder of the Center for Lit. Learn the goals and philosophy of Mr. Andrews' foundation, the methods for properly analyzing literature, and the importance of asking questions. Referenced Materials: Center For Lit Teaching the Classics Teaching Writing: Structure and Style University of Washington Bread and Jam for Frances by Russell Hoban (Amazon Affiliate Link) Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky (Amazon Affiliate Link) Patrick Lencioni A Bargain for Frances by Russell Hoban (Amazon Affiliate Link) Ready Readers by Adam Andrews Reading Road Maps by Adam Andrews Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson (Amazon Affiliate Link) Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis (Amazon Affiliate Link) Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens (Amazon Affiliate Link) Center for Lit Online Classes Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

Desiring to learn and understand IEW's methodology better, school teachers and parents ask Andrew questions about Structure and Style. Join Andrew as he answers questions such as  "What can I do to prepare myself for the upcoming school year?" and "What are your favorite sources for historical fiction?" Referenced Materials: Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Online Classes Find an Accredited Instructor College Plus Classical Conversations G.A. Henty Books Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes Timeline of Classics by Gail Ledbetter Jim Hodges Teaching Boys and Other Children Who Would Rather Make Forts All Day The Power of Memorization Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 Does IEW work with special needs children (SPED) by Jill Pike The Four Deadly Errors Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 Audio Talk Article Questions: 1:28 - Amy asks "What advice would you give to a homeschool mom who is overwhelmed with the prospect of giving her high school student a quality education? 8:34 - Rory asks "I wondered if anyone had ever offered a class to public or private school students outside of school. I know several who would benefit that do not homeschool." 11:08 - Charity asks "My daughter will be participating in the IEW portion of essentials with Classical Conversations. As a first-time mom teaching IEW, what can I do now to start preparing myself for next year?" 13:28 - Loraine asks "What are your favorite sources for historical fiction?" 17:48 - Margaret asks "I'm tutoring a 9-year-old dyslexic student that is completely overwhelmed and discouraged. He says he is always a loser and will never do anything right. How do you stop the overwhelmed downwards spiral? It is sad to see a student without hope." 24:45 - Jennifer asks "How often should I do the program?" Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

Are you teaching through Unit 5, Writing from Pictures, and interested to know the ins and outs of the unit? Join Andrew Pudewa in part two of this webinar recording as he discusses the how-to of Unit 5, explaining both the process and purpose of the unit. GO TO PART 1 Referenced Materials: Click here to download the slides that accompanied the original Sailing Through Style webinar. Webinar Archive Teaching Writing: Structure and Style Upgrade Grammar Podcast Series: Part 1 | Part 2 Article Fix It! Grammar Portable Walls Bible-Based Writing Lessons by Andrew Pudewa and Dr. James Webster Introduction to Fix It! Grammar Webinar Magnum Opus Magazine Premium Subscription Mini Posters IEW Teachers Forum Monthly e-Newsletter IEW Writing Tools Lite IEW Writing Tools Questions from the Audience 27:40- Anne asks "Would you have a child copy a poster?" 29:10-Juella asks "Is it possible to teach multiple levels of writing without doing multiple curricula?" 30:44-Kim asks "Where is the fix it grammar webinar?" Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com